But fear not, fellow ‘hump-day’ culture vultures - there are plenty of other goings on in and around Manchester for you to get your teeth into.

Go to a gig:

There is no reason why a gig should be saved for the weekend - in fact it can be the perfect weekday treat as acts’ curfews mean they have to be off the stage by a certain time.

This leaves you with plenty of time to get home ready for an early night.

Manchester Apollo has several Wednesday night gigs coming up including Clean Bandit, Lynrd Skynrd and The Beach Boys while Manchester Academy and Manchester Arena also have some high profile mid-week performances.

Olly Murs and Taylor Swift are both taking to the arena’s stage on a Wednesday this year while Manchester Academy plays host to Fightstar.

Have a laugh:

QUAYS DATE: Lucy Porter

While the comedy clubs might be quiet on a Wednesday there are regular stand up tours at The Lowry Theatre.

Over the next few weeks King of the one-liner Gary Delaney will be bringing his tour ‘Purist’ to Salford, as will Irish comic Patrick Monahan and Lucy Porter.

Pier 8, Salford Quays, M50 3AZ

Alternatively, have a laugh for free:

The Ape and Apple

The Ape and Apple on John Dalton Street host a free comedy gig - Comedy Balloon - every Wednesday.

It starts at 8pm and features up and coming local comedians.

There’s no need to book, just turn up grab a pint and laugh out loud.

28-30 John Dalton Street, Manchester M2 6HQ

Get some culture:

Whitworth Art Gallery

Is it a coincidence that as Orange Wednesdays come to a close as the Whitworth Art Gallery re-opens? Of course it is. But that is no reason not to take advantage.

You can enjoy the sculptures the gallery has displayed in Whitworth Park or enjoy the other 10 exhibitions completely free. If you do feel like spending, their new restaurant, described as a ‘cafe in the trees’ because of its entirely glass walls, will be serving warm salads and local delights until 10pm.

Oxford Road, Manchester, M15 6ER

Grab a bite to eat:

Pizza at Croma (Image: Courtesy of Trip Advisor)

If you’re afraid of missing out on your weekly Pizza Express fix - do not panic.

With one restaurant in Didsbury and one in Albert Square it’s easy to get your hands on one of their fresh 10 inch pizzas. A margarita will set you back £5.50 while more expensive pizzas can add £3 to your bill.

And if that doesn’t seem like a bargain you can get your hands on the Early Bird Menu: A glass of wine/beer, garlic bread, dough balls, salad and a pizza all for £10.95.